- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- ACT and CBT
- Trauma and addiction
About Matthew
Matthew Christensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with 13 years of experience in mental health. He works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting struggles, ADHD, grief, and anger. Sessions are offered in English and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
Matthew draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) among other approaches to help people name and work through difficult emotions and interaction patterns. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and client-centered methods. In practice he focuses on clear, practical conversations rather than jargon.
In sessions he helps people identify what matters to them and notice patterns that get in the way. That can mean looking at how strong feelings show up in relationships, or building small skills for managing anxiety, mood, or impulsive behavior. He also supports people dealing with trauma and grief through evidence-based methods such as EMDR when appropriate.
Matthew emphasizes respect and steady pacing. He encourages clients to set the pace and brings techniques from different approaches as needed. The goal is to reduce overwhelm and make daily life more manageable.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site. Costs vary by location and sessions operate on a cancelable subscription plan.
How his approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and shifting emotional patterns that influence relationships and personal reactions. Online sessions can help people notice feeling cycles, name difficult emotions, and practice new responses in conversation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) centers on clarifying values and taking small actions that match those values while accepting uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and chronic stress and adapts to video or phone conversations where homework and values-based exercises are reviewed together.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. He draws from multiple approaches and adjusts pace or techniques as the client and therapist learn what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-in conversations when needed, and let people work around work or caregiving schedules. Licensed professionals can use video or phone-based sessions to focus on feelings, behaviors, and practical strategies without needing an in-person visit.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and relationship or intimacy-related issues, among other concerns.
What therapeutic approach does he use?
Matthew uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) along with ACT, CBT, DBT, and client-centered methods depending on the client's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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